20 December 2023
Emma Smale, the convenor of the Children’s Information Project Learning Network talks with Prof. Elaine Sharland, Dr. Perpetua Kirby and Dr. Caitlin Shaughnessy from the University of Sussex about how better use of children’s information, data and voice can be used to improve the lives of children and families.
The Children’s Information Project Learning Network is funded by the Nuffield Strategic Fund and hosted by the University of Oxford in partnership with the University of Sussex, the London School of Economics and four Local Authority partners.
Talking points
This podcast looks at:
- The aims and objectives of the project and who is involved.
- What we mean when we talk about ‘data’ and ‘voice’.
- Why improving the use of children’s information matters.
- The challenges around administrative data in children’s services.
- Engaging with diverse voices.
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Reflective questions
Here are reflective questions to stimulate conversation and support practice.
- How can you integrate the voices of children and young people into your processes and systems?
- Do you have a shared understanding of ‘data’ and ‘voice’ and ‘children’s information’ in your organisation?
- How can you involve children and families so that their voices inform strategic decisions and shape your understanding of needs and outcomes?
Resources that are mentioned in this podcast
